Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
How to safely rehabilitate badgers to stop bovine TB spread?
Authored by veterinary researchers·Published in The Veterinary record·2018·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Safely rehabilitating badgers to prevent bovine TB spread.
- Species:
- wildlife
Plain-English summary
When a badger is brought to a rescue center, it's important to take steps to keep the animal safe and to reduce the chance of spreading bovine tuberculosis (bovine TB), which can affect cattle. This involves careful handling and rehabilitation practices. The goal is to help the badger recover while also protecting livestock from this disease. The measures taken in these situations are designed to ensure both the badger's well-being and the health of nearby farms.
Abstract
When a badger is presented to a rescue centre, measures must be taken to ensure not only the safety of the wild animal, but also to prevent the risk of bovine TB spreading.reports.
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